1971 Ford Capri vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,637 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Capri (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (131 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 613 kg more than 1971 Ford Capri.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Omega (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Capri. (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Capri | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Capri | Omega |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2637 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
